1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2001 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2001 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Coupe | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
