2002 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
