1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
