2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.

Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Tiburon 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Hyundai Jeep
Model Tiburon Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2653 cc 3700 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 312 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 1867 kg
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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