2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |
