2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Fiorino | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
