2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 831 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 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Zafira | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Zafira | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |