2004 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Opel 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 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
