2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 2008 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
