2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 502 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | i30 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
