2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 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 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 491 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Sprinter | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2566 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
