1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Zafira | A7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2914 mm |
