2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 3 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
