2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 352 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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. 2012 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1041 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |