2010 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2010 Jeep Patriot and 2010 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Wrangler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot. 2010 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Patriot | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4684 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 2103 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |