2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 ML (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patriot | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
