2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
