2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tucson | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
