2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LaCrosse | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
