2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Patriot | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |