2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |