1999 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 218 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |