2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Fiat Seicento 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Seicento Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1114 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2700 mm


 

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