1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2005 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1995 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 245 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
