2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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 (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Citroen |
| Model | Patriot | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
