2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 548 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ascari |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | A10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2636 mm |
