2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
