2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Because 2007 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
