2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 925 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Patriot |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 459 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2336 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2156 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |