2003 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Zafira (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
