2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Tacuma | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
