2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Nissan Silvia 2005 Opel Zafira
Make Nissan Opel
Model Silvia Zafira
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 150 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2740 mm


 

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