1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 524 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.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Durango | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
