2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
