2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
