2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Zafira | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
