2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
