2013 Cadillac XTS vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2013 Cadillac XTS and 2013 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 406 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2013 Cadillac XTS 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. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Cadillac XTS | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | XTS | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2831 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
