2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 247 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
Model | Santa Fe | DART |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |