2011 Kia Soul vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 494 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Soul | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Soul | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |