2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
