Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5400 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 116.0 in | -12.3 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 202.0 in | -28.2 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 79.0 in | -9.8 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 76.9 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3378 lb. | 5794 lb. | -2416 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -12.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 65.3 in | -11 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 64.4 in | -12.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 65.2 in | -11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 60.6 in | -9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.0 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -25.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 | 60.3 ft3 | -37.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -55.4 ft3 |
2014 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |