2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 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 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
