2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 561 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia. 2006 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
