2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Lexus GS 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. 2009 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Patriot | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
