2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Sorento | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
