2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 Opel Zafira and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Zafira | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |