2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 523 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Patriot | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 270 mm | 2940 mm |