2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
