2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 998 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
