2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Patriot | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
