2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 572 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Hyundai Jeep
Model Coupe Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 90.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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