1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger. 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 1999 Dodge Avenger. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Avenger | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
