1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 243 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
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1999 Opel Zafira | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Zafira | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |