2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
