2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 746 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (319 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1285 kg |
| 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 Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
