2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 663 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Patriot | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
