2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 4 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Vaneo | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
