2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 271 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Freestar | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |