2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
