2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 233 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | V40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
