2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2011 Volvo V50 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. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Patriot | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |