2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 226 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Sorento | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |