2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
