2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 924 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2009 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Elantra | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |