2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Amanti. 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 (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti. 2009 Kia Amanti 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. 2009 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
