2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
