2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
