2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 503 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Patriot | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
