2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Eos | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
