2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 920 kg more than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Patriot | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Patriot | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |