1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 606 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |