2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2001 Mazda B4000 and 2001 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Because 2001 Mazda B4000 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 2001 Mazda B4000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
