2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 139 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
