2001 Dodge Neon vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. Both 2001 Dodge Neon and 2004 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Neon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
