2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
