2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Brera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
