2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Endeavor | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
