2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Sonata | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
