2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 618 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 978 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Jeep | TVR |
| Model | Patriot | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
