2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Nitro | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |