1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 95 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 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Zafira | Maverick |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |