1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 162 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.
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 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
