2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 97 L |
