2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2006 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Pacifica | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3964 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |