2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
