2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Cherokee and 2006 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Picanto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |