2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Toyota Previa. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
