1999 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Charger and 1999 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger.
Because 1999 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
