2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2004 Dodge Intrepid 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (189 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 30 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Intrepid (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2004 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Intrepid | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
