2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
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 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Altis | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
