

Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.6 in | -8.9 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 197.1 in | -23.3 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 78.9 in | -9.7 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 70.4 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 4752 lb. | -1401 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 61.3 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 57.3 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 40.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 61.0 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 56.7 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -33.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 | 43.8 ft3 | -20.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.2 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -26.5 ft3 |
2011 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lots of legroom see full Jeep Patriot review |
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