2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Wrangler and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |