2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |