2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
