2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Neon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |