2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Voyager | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
