2011 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti FX | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
