1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
