2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |