2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
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2008 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Patriot | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |