1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 332 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
