1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 83 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Chairman. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Chairman. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Chairman | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Chairman | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |