2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 297 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
