2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 284 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Sedona | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
