1998 Honda Today vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Zafira |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |