2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
