2003 Acura EL vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL. 2005 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2003 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | EL | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
