2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. 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 124 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Strada. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
