2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 10 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. Both 2001 Opel Zafira and 2011 BMW 116 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | 116 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
