2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 458 Italia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
