2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira.
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 Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
