2002 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 182 kg more than 2002 Opel Zafira. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Opel Zafira | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |