2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Duna 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Duna Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 330 HP
Torque 105 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 90.9 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2790 mm


 

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