2002 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Zafira (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Zafira | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
