2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Visto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
