2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Jeep Kia
Model Grand Cherokee Rondo
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 235 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2710 mm


 

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