2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2008 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |