2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
