2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 588 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
