2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
