1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
