2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 572 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Corsa | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
