2007 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Astra | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
