2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Patriot | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
