2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
