1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Retona |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |