2001 Acura EL vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Opel Zafira (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | EL | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
