2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Forester | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1758 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
