2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Frontier | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |