2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
