1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 145 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
