2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 306 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 270 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |
