2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S60 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
