2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Quest | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Quest | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |