2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Opel Zafira

To start off, both 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1463 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira.

Because 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Crown Victoria 2006 Opel Zafira
Make Ford Opel
Model Crown Victoria Zafira
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 239 HP 0 HP
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 58 L


 

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