1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega 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 70 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 152 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Omega | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
