1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 635 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Spider | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |