2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Vivant | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
