2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2006 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |