2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Neon and 2008 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Neon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
