2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
