2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 788 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |