2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
