2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Wrangler | 159 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
