2011 Jeep Liberty vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 2011 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Liberty | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Liberty | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4473 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
