2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
