2007 Fiat Palio II 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 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio II | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
