2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Brera | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
