2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 1999 Dodge Ram 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. 1999 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Patriot | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
