2009 BMW 128 vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2009 BMW 128 and 2009 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
Because 2009 BMW 128 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
