2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic 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 76 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |