2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
