1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1460 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 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 108 L |