2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Zafira | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
