2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Sedici | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Sedici | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |