2011 Renault Duster vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2001 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Duster | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Duster | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2700 mm |
