2007 Acura RDX vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RDX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
