2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 Opel Zafira | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |