2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patriot | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |
