2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | i30 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
