2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
