2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Explorer | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |