2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
