1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zafira | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
