2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Patriot | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |