2002 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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. Both 2002 Opel Zafira and 2007 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Zafira | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
