2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Cherokee | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
