1996 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Patriot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |