2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 361 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | GT | Liberty |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |