2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 787 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patriot | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 270 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
