1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 108 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |