2009 Opel Zafira vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2009 Opel Zafira and 2009 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50.
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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Zafira | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |