1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |