2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 938 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 155 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
