2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 765 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Potentia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |