2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 51 L |
