2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Stratus | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
