2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patriot | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
