2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Patriot | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
