2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Patriot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |