2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Sorento | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |