1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
