2009 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escape | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |