2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
