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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2657 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
