2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 582 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Zafira | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Zafira | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |