2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2001 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | ML | Zafira |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |