1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1475 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2007 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. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Seicento 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Seicento Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1998 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1107 cc 4703 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 86.7 mm
Top Speed 143 km/hour 200 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 735 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 78 L


 

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