1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
