2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, both 2000 Opel Zafira and 2000 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
