2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Terracan | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1949 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |