2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Sportage | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |