2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jeep | Lotus |
Model | Patriot | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |