2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Sorento | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
