2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 267 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
