2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
