1998 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Patriot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |