2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Opirus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |