2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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 Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |