2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 353 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
