1997 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
