2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 7 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), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 803 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
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2006 Opel Zafira | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Zafira | Traverse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |