2012 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai ix20 | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | ix20 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
