2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
