2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 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), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Patriot 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Jeep Buick
Model Patriot LaCrosse
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
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 182 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable 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 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 59 L


 

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