2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 168 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Avensis | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
