2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (320 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |