2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Abarth Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | Grande Punto | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
