1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |