2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 238 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
