2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Fiat 500

To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010 Fiat 500
Make Jeep Fiat
Model Grand Cherokee 500
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.7 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2210 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 35 L


 

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