2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1106 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
