2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Zafira | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
