2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Patriot | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
