1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
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 (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | Swift |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
