2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 916 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Punto | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
