2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,375 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 401 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patriot | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
