2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
