1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1997 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
