1996 Honda Today vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Today | Patriot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |