2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 548 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | Patriot | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
