2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
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, 2004 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
