2010 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Opel Zafira | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |