2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
