2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 and 2009 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 730 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
