2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
