1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
