2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva 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 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Zafira | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
