2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
