2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 146 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 156 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
