2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Colorado | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |