2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Patriot and 2012 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Patriot | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1798 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |