2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 683 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
