2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 549 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |