2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
