1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Dardo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
