2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
