2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
