2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 269 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
