2008 Honda Element vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Element | Patriot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |