1998 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 281 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | Integra | Patriot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |