1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 12 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zafira | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
