1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |