2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
