2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |