2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 2 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Airflite | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
