2003 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Fit 2004 Opel Zafira
Make Honda Opel
Model Fit Zafira
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2640 mm


 

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