2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ducato | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
