1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 16 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 71 kg more than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Carens |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 305 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
