2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 138 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |