2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2009 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avenger | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
