2009 Ford Flex vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Flex | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Flex | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |