2009 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |