2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Santa Fe | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |