2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | HR-V | Zafira |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |