1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Aspire | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
