2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 533 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
