2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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 51 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
