2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
