2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 925 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
