2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Breeze 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 (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 693 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Patriot | Breeze |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |