2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | 4Runner | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
