2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. Both 2004 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Jeep Patriot are equipped with a 1,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
