2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
