1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Stealth | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
