2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. Both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2000 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Zafira | Samurai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |