1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Scudo and 1997 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep 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 1997 Jeep Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Scudo | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Scudo | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |