2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Odyssey | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |