2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 856 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| 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 | 385 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
