2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Patriot | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Patriot | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |