2007 Acura TL vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TL | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
