2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 156 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
