2009 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
