2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Kia Retona. 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Retona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
