2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 613 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model GT Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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