2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Durango | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |