2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
