2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Combo. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Combo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
