2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Zafira | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Zafira | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |