2000 Jeep Varsity vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Varsity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Varsity would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Varsity is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 458 kg more than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
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, 2000 Jeep Varsity (346 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Jeep Varsity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Varsity | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Varsity | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
