2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
