2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 879 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
