2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Aveo | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
