2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1933 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2781 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
