2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Patriot and 2008 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Patriot | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Patriot | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |