2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2008 BMW 525 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. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Patriot | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |