2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1379 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Patriot | Viano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |