2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Because 2004 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 318 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |