2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2305 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
