1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Zafira | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |