2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
