2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 BMW 550.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 550. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Patriot | 550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
