2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |