1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
