2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Patriot | i30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
