1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 8 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 232 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 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2007 BMW 525 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. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Opel Zafira | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Zafira | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |