2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. Both 2009 Honda S2000 and 2001 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S2000 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |