2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Zafira | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
