1990 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
