2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira.
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, 2008 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
