1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Jeep Kia
Model Grand Cherokee Pride Wagon
Year Released 1996 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1854 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1470 mm


 

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