1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz S and 1999 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 464 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
