2005 Fiat Albea vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 847 kg more than 2005 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Albea 2012 Jeep Wrangler
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Albea Wrangler
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1862 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 3881 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1826 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2423 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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