2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Patriot | 316 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
