2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1170 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 X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (406 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2011 BMW X5 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. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
