2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Opel Zafira | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Zafira | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |