2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 723 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 2010 Kia Rio. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio 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 2010 Kia Rio
Make Jeep Kia
Model Cherokee Rio
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1600 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1829 kg 1106 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4026 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 45 L


 

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