2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C2 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
