2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 575 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Patriot | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |