2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Patriot and 2008 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 341 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Patriot | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Patriot | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |