2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 506 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1610 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
