2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2004 Audi A4 2008 Opel Zafira
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Zafira
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 202 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1628 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 58 L