2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 768 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
