2006 Toyota Quantum vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Quantum | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Quantum | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
