2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Patriot | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |