2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
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 Wrangler (296 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
