2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Patriot and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 92 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Patriot | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Patriot | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |