Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 103.0 in | 0.7 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 179.5 in | -5.7 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 70.1 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 65.9 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3293 lb. | 3250 lb. | 43 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 40.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.6 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.0 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -14.8 ft3 |
2016 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 |
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |