2013 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, both 2013 Jeep Patriot and 2013 Kia RIO were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 389 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO 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 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | RIO |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
