1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 750 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 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2008 BMW X5 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. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
