2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 865 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
