2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 261 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | Polo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
