1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Typhoon | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
