2007 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |