2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
