2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Croma | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
