2000 Infiniti I vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | I | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |
