2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
