2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2001 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2001 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 2001 Opel Zafira
Make Volkswagen Opel
Model Tiguan Zafira
Year Released 2012 2001
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1543 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4426 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1809 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1703 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2604 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 58 L


 

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