2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 159 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
