2002 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Zafira | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
