1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 186 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Zafira | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1520 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
