2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Trajet | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
