2009 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
