2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | Wrangler | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
