2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XF 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar XF | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XF | Patriot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 411 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |