2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 58 L |
