1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
