2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Ulysse | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |