2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 861 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 Tata Indica. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | Patriot | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 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 | 1866 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
