2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Charger Santa Fe
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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