2002 Honda Capa vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Capa | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
