2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Accent 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Hyundai Jeep
Model Accent Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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