1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 175 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2010 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
