2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 629 kg more than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Opirus. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus. 2007 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
