2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. 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 2007 Opel Meriva. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
