2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Intrepid and 2001 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Westfield ZEI 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 2001 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI. 2001 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2001 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2001 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Dodge | Westfield |
| Model | Intrepid | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
