1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. 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 47 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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 1998 Opel Meriva. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Meriva | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
