2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. Both 2008 Jeep Patriot and 2005 Kia Optima are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. 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 2005 Kia Optima. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | Optima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
