2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
