2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Opel Zafira and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo C30 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 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
