2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Kia Venga

To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 581 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 Kia Venga
Make Jeep Kia
Model Grand Cherokee Venga
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3956 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 3050 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.6 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.6 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1834 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 48 L


 

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