2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Toyota | Jeep |
Model | RAV4 | Patriot |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |