2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 237 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Opel | Jeep |
Model | Frontera | Patriot |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2634 mm |