2010 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Patriot | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1685 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 | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2640 mm |
