2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
