2003 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 336 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |