2013 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2013 Jeep Patriot and 2013 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 529 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Patriot | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |
