2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Durango | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 436 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |