2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 941 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 2011 Kia Rio. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
