2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stratus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
