2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. 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 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Gol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | Gol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
