2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Sportage | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |