1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira.
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 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Zafira | Vue |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |