2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. Both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2001 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 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 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
