2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 801 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fusion | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
