1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Borrego |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |