2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Liberty | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
