2011 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
