1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
