2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (289 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Suzuki | Opel |
Model | Grand Vitara | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |