2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep 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 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ascari |
| Model | Cherokee | A10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2636 mm |
