2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 234 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |