2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Explorer | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
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 | 207 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |