2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
