2010 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira. 2012 Nissan Armada 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. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Zafira | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Armada |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
