2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Ram | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |