2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Cherokee | Elantra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |