1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 527 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
