1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 287 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira.
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 Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Sharan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |