2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | RS4 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
