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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |