2003 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Astra | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
