2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Zafira | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
