2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 313 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
