2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |