2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Patriot | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |