2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Journey | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
