2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Patriot | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1404 mm |