2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Patriot | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 661 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |