2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Corvette and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 546 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |