2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
