2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 2 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2011 Acura RDX 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. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Patriot | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
