2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 46 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.
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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Patriot | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |