2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 473 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |