2000 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (237 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2000 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
