2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 107 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.

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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Zafira 2010 Nissan Sentra
Make Opel Nissan
Model Zafira Sentra
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1503 kg 1396 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4575 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1511 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 55 L