2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | H1 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
