2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Hyundai Jeep
Model Santa Fe Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 186 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1854 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1710 mm


 

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