2004 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
