2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
