Petrol engines (Dodge Journey) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Hyundai Santa FE) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
19 years
16 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jeep Patriot, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Compass
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Kia Sorento, Kia Carnival, Hyundai Grandeur
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dodge Journey might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
no
yes
The Hyundai Santa FE engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Hyundai Santa FE 2018 2.2 engine: In 2009, Hyundai-Kia introduced a new generation of R-series diesel engines. The 2.2-liter version featured a cast-iron block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a Bosch CP4 Common Rail fuel ... More about Hyundai Santa FE 2018 2.2 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.89 m
4.77 m
Width:
1.84 m
1.89 m
Height:
1.69 m
1.68 m
Dodge Journey is 12 cm longer than the Hyundai Santa FE, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Dodge Journey is 1 cm higher.
