2002 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2002 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Zafira | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
