2001 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 88 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Safari | Patriot |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |