2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
