1972 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | SM | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |
