2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Jeep 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Cherokee | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |