2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 941 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 51 L |
