1997 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Retona | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |