2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2005 Opel Zafira (280 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Elantra | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |