2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Patriot | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
