2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |