Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Wrangler | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 202 hp@5000 237 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 103.5 in | 12.5 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 171.3 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 70.9 in | 3 in |
Height | 72.3 in | 66.7 in | 5.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4016 lb. | 3527 lb. | 489 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.6 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 56.7 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.6 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.1 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 39.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 56.3 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 54.6 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.4 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 82.0 ft3 | 66.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat is to narrow and the it does not move anough front front to back see full Kia Sportage review |