2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Veracruz | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |
