2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 2012 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
