2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 748 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
