2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Grandis | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |