2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | BT-50 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |