2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 257 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Commander | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |