2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2001 Audi RS4 and 2001 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2001 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | RS4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
