2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 471 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Patriot | Demio |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2400 mm |
