2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patriot | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
