2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 879 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Jeep | Fiat |
Model | Patriot | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |