2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Doblo and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 683 kg more than 2008 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Doblo 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Doblo Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1240 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 86.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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