2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 156 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
