2012 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 384 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Tucson | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |