2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
