2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
