2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Echo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |