2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,172 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GT | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
