1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
