2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Patriot | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
