2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.

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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Civic 2005 Opel Zafira
Make Honda Opel
Model Civic Zafira
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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