2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nubira | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
