2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 372 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 Opel Zafira (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
