2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Patriot | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |