2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Holden Colorado
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Patriot and 2012 Holden Colorado were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Holden Colorado. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Colorado.
Because 2012 Holden Colorado 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 Holden Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Holden Colorado (360 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Patriot | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
