2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 981 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Sonata | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 78 L |