2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 4 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Jeep | Ferrari |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2649 mm |