2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CR-V | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
