1996 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Patriot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |