2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Jeep Patriot has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Patriot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Patriot | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 270 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |