2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |