2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Sportwagon | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
