2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo 2009 Jeep Wrangler
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model MiTo Wrangler
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1146 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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