2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 458 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
