2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Zafira.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Zafira. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Zafira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |