2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 915 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sorento 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Kia Jeep
Model Sorento Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4821 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1763 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 93 L


 

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