2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Ram | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |