2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 484 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 (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Odyssey | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |