2004 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2004 BMW 535 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 535 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 535. 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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 535 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 535 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |