2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 113 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
