2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 826 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
