2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Dakota | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |