2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 729 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 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X5 2012 Jeep Patriot
Make BMW Jeep
Model X5 Patriot
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1758 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1664 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 51 L


 

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