2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Patriot | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1384 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 | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |