2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.

Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2011 Opel Zafira
Make Ford Opel
Model F-250 Zafira
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 1997 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.8:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 58 L


 

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