2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
