2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Santa Fe | Liberty |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |