2003 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
