2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Alfa Romeo GTV 2008 Jeep Patriot
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model GTV Patriot
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 51 L


 

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