2004 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 767 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 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Sorento | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
