2000 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S40 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | S40 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
