2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 67 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 411 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
