2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Liberty | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |