2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 858 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Patriot 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Patriot Camry
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 70 L