2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Zafira.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
