2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 142 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Equinox | Patriot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |