2002 Honda City vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 503 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Zafira |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |