2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 6 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 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Jeep Ferrari
Model Grand Cherokee 458 Italia
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6063 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1938 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2649 mm


 

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