2010 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2010 Opel Zafira and 2010 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Opel Zafira | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Opel | Jeep |
Model | Zafira | Commander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |