2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (138 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
