2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Outlander | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
