2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Genesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 77 L |