2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (172 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
