2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 698 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
