2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
