2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2000 Opel Zafira and 2000 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406. 2000 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
