2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Patriot | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
