2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Maverick | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
