2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Lancer | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |