2001 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
