2007 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |