2000 Ford Equator vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Zafira (173 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Equator | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1398 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2620 mm |
