2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Voyager | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |