2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Stilo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
