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 38 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 536 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 2011 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 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 | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4473 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
