1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Seicento | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
