2013 Ford E-Series vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2013 Ford E-Series 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1419 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 2013 Ford E-Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2013 Ford E-Series 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 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 Ford E-Series | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-Series | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2111 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 181 L | 51 L |
