2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 633 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1945 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
