2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 912 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Porsche | Jeep |
| Model | Cayenne | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
