Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a noticeable edge – offering 380 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Jeep Grand Cherokee performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Grand Cherokee pulls convincingly stronger with 637 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 317 Nm difference.