2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 768 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 32 L |
