2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 3 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
