1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
