2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stratus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
