2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 623 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
