1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Zafira | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
