2009 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |