2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT.
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 (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Zafira | CT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
