2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Patriot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |