2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1266 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
