2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Sorento | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 459 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2156 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |