2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 623 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Patriot | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |