2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. Both 2011 Hyundai Tucson and 2013 Jeep Patriot are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 2011 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tucson | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
