2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (425 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio 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 Palio | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
