2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010 Fiat Croma
Make Jeep Fiat
Model Grand Cherokee Croma
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 415 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 90.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1677 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 62 L


 

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