2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
