2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | M3 | Patriot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |