2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 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 106 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | iQ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 32 L |
