2012 Mitsubishi RVR vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mitsubishi RVR would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
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2012 Mitsubishi RVR | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
Model | RVR | Patriot |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |